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(6) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Reference Books, 3 Larousse

Price realized
$246
Pre-sale estimate
$100 – $200
Hammer price
$200
Category
Books, Manuscripts & Archives
Sold
June 6, 2026
Sale
DAY 2 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES

Lot description

(lot of 6) French library shelf books, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, including: (3) "L'Histoire La Vie Les Moeurs et La Curiosite (History, Life, Customs, and Curiosities)," published by Librairie de la Curiosite et des Beaux-Arts, Paris, 1928, volumes III-V; (2) "Larousse Universel (Larousse Universal Dictionary)," published by Librairie Larousse, Paris, 1922, volumes I-II; (1) "La Musique des Origines a nos Jours (Music From Its Origins to the Present Day)," published by Librairie Larousse, Paris, 1946; largest: approx 12"h, 8"w, 2.5"d, 39.25lbs total PLEASE NOTE: All of the antique library shelf books in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have patination, foxing, losses to the text block, and wear to the binding commensurate with age and use. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no condition reports or refunds based on condition.

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.